Marvel Universe Ultimate Spider-Man – Web-Warriors – Contest of Champions #3
Marvel Universe Ultimate Spider-Man – Web-Warriors –
Contest of Champions #3
Genre:
Superhero, Action, Adventure, Multiverse
Main Characters:
- Peter
Parker / Spider-Man (Ultimate)
- Spider-Man
Noir
- Spider-Girl
(Petra Parker)
- Iron
Spider (Amadeus Cho)
- Kraven
the Hunter
- Collector
- Grandmaster
Writer:
Joe Caramagna
Artist:
Various artists from Marvel Animation's in-house studio (art adapted from the
animated TV series)
Editor Details:
- Editor-in-Chief:
Axel Alonso
- Assistant
Editor: Chris Robinson
- Executive
Editor: Stephen Wacker
Publisher and Brand:
- Publisher:
Marvel Comics
- Brand:
Marvel Universe (Animated Series Tie-In)
Release Year:
2016
Brief Plot Summary:
In Contest of Champions #3, the Web-Warriors are pulled into an
interdimensional showdown orchestrated by the cosmic brothers—the Grandmaster
and the Collector. As Spider-Man and his fellow Spider-heroes navigate a
twisted game of survival, they face off against both familiar foes and
alternate versions of themselves. With Earth and reality itself at stake,
alliances must be formed quickly, and every decision can tilt the outcome of
the game. As chaos unfolds across the multiverse, Spider-Man must lead his
diverse team and outwit cosmic manipulators to preserve the fragile fabric of
space-time.
Notable Arcs or Storylines:
- The
Collector vs. The Grandmaster: This arc mirrors the classic Contest
of Champions event but through a multiverse-centric, animated-style
lens. The two cosmic entities pit heroes against one another for sport,
providing a fresh spin on familiar Marvel themes.
- Multiversal
Spider-Team Collaboration: The comic highlights an early and
accessible iteration of the multiverse-spanning "Spider-Verse"
concept, appealing to younger readers while foreshadowing larger
storylines in mainstream continuity.
Fan Theories or Interpretations:
- Some
fans speculate that this version of the Contest of Champions acts
as a subtle primer for younger audiences to introduce Marvel's deeper
cosmic lore, especially the role of beings like the Grandmaster and
Collector, later featured prominently in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- There's
also discussion around whether this multiversal Spider-team could be a
conceptual prototype for the Spider-Verse films, given the similar
dynamics and character diversity.
Review Summary:
Contest of Champions #3 continues the action-packed energy of its
animated source material with vibrant artwork, stylized action sequences, and a
story that balances humor and high stakes. While its plot is straightforward
and geared toward younger readers, it doesn't shy away from exploring teamwork,
leadership, and moral choices under pressure. The art closely mirrors the
animated series’ visual tone—dynamic and expressive—while the dialogue keeps
characters distinct and engaging. Though not deep in narrative complexity, it succeeds
in delivering a fun, multiversal adventure for Spider-Man fans of all ages.
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